On 6/30/2001 , the vessel MELISSA MARIE NO.1 (Official Number 801642) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 5 NM ENE OF LOUISBOURG, NOVA SCOTIA,.
The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/11/2001. Weather at the time was reported as .
The F/V "MELISSA MARIE No.1" was reported disabled with her anchor dragging and drifting towards shore. A CCG FRC from Louisbourg, Nova Scotia rendered assistance and towed the vessel to Little Lorraine, Nova Scotia.